1999 Honda Civic vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1962 Vauxhall Victor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Civic | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 109 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |